About I Know I Can!
While giving a speech at her high school graduation, Faith, the class valedictorian, shares her childhood dreams and the lessons that served as the foundation for her courage.
As a child she dreamed of touching the stars, going back in time to sing with Mahalia Jackson, and meeting with other African-American heroes. During the speech she also discusses her childhood dreams of things that are more attainable such as visiting the Louvre in Paris, France, and embarking on a safari in South Africa!
By sharing her dreams and passions, the valedictorian hopes to inspire her classmates to set big goals and exceed their own expectations.
Faith's Featured Heroes in I Know I Can!
Mahalia Jackson
20th century recording artist and activist Mahalia Jackson, known as the Queen of Gospel, is revered as one of the greatest musical figures in U.S. history. Learn more about Ms. Jackson here.
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Dr. Martin Luther Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a Baptist minister, social activist, and a key leader in the Civil Rights Movement in the United States. Dr. King also fought for economic justice by forming a multi-race coalition to address economic and unemployment problems of all disadvantaged people. Learn more about Dr. King here.
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Fannie Lou Hamer
Fannie Lou Hamer was a civil rights activist who helped African Americans register to vote, and who co-founded the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party. Learn more about Ms. Hamer here.
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Nina Simone
Nina Simone was a classical pianist turned singer, who sang a mix of jazz, blues, and folk music in the 1950s and '60s. A civil rights activist, she wrote songs promoting the Civil Rights Movement. Learn more about Ms. Simone here.
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Faith's Featured Destinations In I Know I Can!
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France
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Cuba
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South Africa
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